1981 Lancia Trevi vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1981 Lancia Trevi is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 133 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911.
Because 1966 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Trevi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Lancia Trevi (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Trevi | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Trevi | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |
